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June 6, 2017

Vegan Vanilla Sheet Cake with Strawberries

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This one bowl vegan vanilla sheet cake with strawberries is simple and delicious. Can be made dairy-free and vegan friendly and includes a gluten-free option as well! 

Vegan Vanilla Sheet Cake with Strawberries | Gluten and dairy free variation included. Vegan friendly.It’s my birthday month! Yeah, that exclamation mark is totally sarcastic. I’m not one of those people who love birthdays. Don’t get me wrong, I love other people’s birthdays, I just don’t love the idea of turning a year older. And why does it have to happen every. single. year? Ugh. 😩

Nonetheless, my sweet family goes out of their way to make my day special. My daughter has already wished me a happy birthday and it’s not for another 24 days! They’re seriously the best.

Vegan Vanilla Sheet Cake with Strawberries | Gluten and dairy free variation included. Vegan friendly.
Before we moved away from all of our family, my mom would make this vanilla layer cake with whipped cream and fresh strawberries for my birthday each year. We called it “strawberry shortcake” and it was my favorite.

I miss having my mom around to cook and bake for me 🙁 There’s just something special about mom’s cooking.

Vegan Vanilla Sheet Cake with Strawberries | Gluten and dairy free variation included. Vegan friendly.
Vegan Vanilla Sheet Cake with Strawberries | Gluten and dairy free variation included. Vegan friendly.My birthday will happen whether I like it or not, so I usually just embrace it and use it as an excuse to eat all the cake I want. 😆 I have several pounds of strawberries in the house right now, so I decided to make a version of my mom’s cake, but a much lazier easier version. The cake batter is quickly made in one bowl, and instead of layers, I made a sheet cake, which can be served right out of the pan. I know, I just saved you an extra load of dishes to wash. You’re welcome. 😉

This cake is adapted from my Vegan Vanilla Cake recipe, which also includes a gluten-free variation. I topped it with a dairy-free whipped cream cheese frosting and fresh strawberries. It’s so simple, delicious, and great for a crowd!

I know this is definitely one of those desserts we’ll be making A LOT this summer for BBQs, get togethers, birthdays, and just because I like this cake! Enjoy!

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Vanilla Sheet Cake with Strawberries


  • Author: Joscelyn Abreu
  • Total Time: 25 mins
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This one bowl vanilla cake is simple and delicious. It’s topped with a fluffy whipped cream frosting and fresh strawberries. Perfect dessert for summer! Can be made dairy/gluten free and vegan friendly!


Ingredients

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Vanilla Cake: (Gluten-Free Version Below)

  • 1 1/3 cups almond milk or other milk of choice
  • 2 teaspoons white vinegar or lemon juice
  • 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup organic cane sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup avocado oil, melted refined coconut oil, or other neutral tasting cooking oil (plus more for pans)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • frozen whipped topping, thawed, or whipped cream (recipes below)
  • 1 (16 oz.) container of strawberries, hulled and sliced (use more or less to taste)
  • sprigs of mint for decoration, optional

Whipped Coconut Cream (Dairy-free. Regular whipped cream below):

  • 2–3 cups firm coconut cream, liquid discarded (white hard cream out of chilled can of full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream. Equals 2–3 cans. NOT the same as cream of coconut)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3–6 tablespoons sweetener of choice—maple syrup, honey, powdered sugar, etc. (use more or less to taste)

OR Whipped Cream (With Dairy):

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3–6 tablespoons sweetener of choice—maple syrup, honey, powdered sugar, etc. (use more or less to taste)

Gluten-Free Vanilla Cake:

  • 1 1/3 cups almond milk or other milk of choice
  • 2 teaspoons white vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 1/3 cups gf all-purpose flour (I used King Arthur Measure for Measure Gluten-Free Flour)
  • 1/3 cup coconut flour (This helps the texture significantly so I don’t recommend subbing for more gf all-purpose flour)
  • 3/4 cup organic cane sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup avocado oil, melted refined coconut oil, or other neutral tasting cooking oil (plus more for pans)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • frozen whipped topping, thawed, or whipped cream (recipes above)
  • 1 (16 oz.) container of strawberries, hulled and sliced (use more or less to taste)
  • sprigs of mint for decoration, optional

Instructions

Cake:

  1. Preheat oven to 350ºF. Generously grease a 9×13-inch pan (mine was about an inch larger) with oil and set aside. Combine milk with vinegar or lemon juice in a glass bowl or cup and set aside to sour.
  2. *Don’t pack flour into the cup or it will produce a dry cake. Scoop flour into your measuring cup with a spoon and level off with the back of a butter knife. In a large mixing bowl, blend together flour(s), sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add sour milk, oil, and vanilla. Whisk until blended.
  3. Pour batter into greased pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, until center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out with only a few moist crumbs. Careful not to over bake; Cake will be light in color. Let cool thoroughly on a wire rack before frosting.

Whipped Frosting:

  1. Dairy-Free—In a large mixing bowl, beat firm coconut cream until fluffy. Beat in sweetener a little at a time, tasting as you go, until you reach the desired sweetness. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. With Dairy—In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream until light and fluffy, it will take several minutes. Beat in sweetener, to taste. Refrigerate until needed.

Putting it Together:

  1. Spread whipped cream over the cooled cake. Top with sliced berries and optional mint sprigs. Keep chilled until ready to serve. Makes 10–15 servings.
  2. Inspired by this beautiful cake from La Pêche Fraîche.
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Category: Dessert, Cake, Dairy Free, Vegan,

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  1. Trisha R (@Rosewood_Grace) says

    June 13, 2017 at 8:41 am

    This looks incredible! I especially love the way it looks with all the strawberries on top!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      June 13, 2017 at 11:00 pm

      Thanks Trisha!

      Reply
  2. Laura | Tutti Dolci says

    June 12, 2017 at 7:14 pm

    This is such a gorgeous cake for summer! You can never go wrong with vanilla, and I love the pretty strawberry topper! 🙂

    Reply
  3. Jenn says

    June 9, 2017 at 12:50 pm

    This looks amazing! I love strawberry vanilla cakes and this is amazing that it is vegan!

    Reply
  4. Christina says

    June 9, 2017 at 11:34 am

    This looks delicious! I’m vegan so I’m definitely going to have to try this! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  5. Nita says

    June 9, 2017 at 9:31 am

    Oh my, that looks so light and fresh! Would be a lovely piece to serve friends too since it looks amazing!

    Reply
  6. Cait Weingartner says

    June 9, 2017 at 2:02 am

    This cake looks almost too pretty to eat! I love trying out new vegan recipes, and I’m definitely going to be baking this cake in the very near future!

    Reply
  7. Ashley says

    June 8, 2017 at 8:26 pm

    Not only does it sound delicious but it also looks amazing!!

    Reply
  8. Helen says

    June 8, 2017 at 4:16 pm

    That is the most beautiful sheet cake I’ve ever seen. You did an amazing job and I bet it tastes delicious!

    Reply
  9. Corsica Nambiar says

    June 8, 2017 at 4:15 pm

    Perfect summer foods! Looks yummy!!

    Reply
  10. Zan Turner says

    June 8, 2017 at 3:30 pm

    Oh my, all your cake creations so so delicious! This strawberry sheet cake looks great and I must admit, that you are skilled in adding the strawberry toppings. I mean, I’d just throw them on top and call it a day. I love how it turned out and at least, you can make your mom’s version. Hope you enjoy your birthday -it’s nice that your family will go out of the way to make it special.

    Reply
  11. amisha says

    June 8, 2017 at 2:55 pm

    This is such a stunning cake Joscelyn! I love everything about this beauty, and those strawberries placed soooo prettily looks amazing! My mouth is watering!
    yaya for birthday month!!! You look so young, you look 20 so you should not feel anything about turning a year older haha 🙂 your kids are so adorable to make cake for you!! have a wonderful celebration month!

    Reply
  12. Ruthie says

    June 8, 2017 at 2:49 pm

    I need this NOW!!! My fave!!

    Reply
  13. Megin Shearer says

    June 8, 2017 at 1:45 pm

    YUM! This looks so amazing! Two of my favorite things – cake and strawberries. Saving this recipe!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      June 8, 2017 at 2:22 pm

      We have something in common . Thanks Megin.

      Reply
  14. Shanti says

    June 8, 2017 at 12:04 pm

    It’s my birthday month too (Go June babies)! My mouth was watering the entire post seeing how good this cake looks and being hungry lol.

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      June 8, 2017 at 12:26 pm

      Aw thank you. You’re so sweet!

      Reply
  15. Alexandria says

    June 8, 2017 at 11:47 am

    This looks delicious! I’ll have to try it!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      June 8, 2017 at 12:26 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  16. cheri says

    June 8, 2017 at 11:05 am

    Looks so good and i cant wait to try it. Im now to being vegan so…. 🙂

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      June 8, 2017 at 12:25 pm

      Thank you Cheri. I hope you really enjoy it! Have a lovely weekend!

      Reply
  17. Tina says

    June 8, 2017 at 8:34 am

    I have to make this cake, I am always excited when I find new vegan recipes, especially deserts! Your photos are so beautiful and the cake looks amazing!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      June 8, 2017 at 12:25 pm

      Thank you for all the kind words. You’re so encouraging! Have a great weekend!

      Reply
  18. Katrina Centeno says

    June 7, 2017 at 8:34 pm

    Oh, the cake looks pretty. I think it is not reason to celebrate your birthday! I hope you do not worry about growing older as long as you are healthy and feel young! HBD!

    Reply
  19. Sondra says

    June 7, 2017 at 6:01 pm

    Omg!! Your cake looks amazing! Those super fresh strawberries have my mouth watering. I also caught a glimpse of your lemon layer cake with fresh berries. Yeah-also adding it to my baking list.
    Ps: your photos are stunning!!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      June 7, 2017 at 7:47 pm

      Aw, thank you Sondra. I appreciate the kindness

      Reply
  20. Lynn Woods says

    June 7, 2017 at 2:54 pm

    Oh this looks oh so yummy! I’ve stayed away from vegan foods because I thought they would be bland. I found I’m wrong after visiting some vegan restaurants with a couple of vegan friends. This cake looks so good. This…I’m going to try!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      June 7, 2017 at 7:46 pm

      Thanks for trying it out. I think you’ll really like it. Have a wonderful evening!

      Reply
  21. Emi says

    June 7, 2017 at 11:32 am

    Mmm. Looks delicious! I love the naked cake. So simple, yet elegant!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      June 7, 2017 at 7:46 pm

      Thank you Emi!

      Reply
  22. Marissa says

    June 7, 2017 at 10:35 am

    This is so perfect for summer! I’m bookmarking this.

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      June 7, 2017 at 7:45 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  23. puja says

    June 7, 2017 at 7:03 am

    Oh it looks so so yummy. And i want to tell you, that i really like your photography. Really well done.

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      June 7, 2017 at 7:45 pm

      I appreciate it Puja. It’s time consuming but so worth it. Have a great week my friend!

      Reply
  24. Ben Myhre says

    June 7, 2017 at 7:03 am

    I, also, am not a huge fan of aging…. BUT, getting older is better than the alternative. As far as your food goes, this looks like a really tasty treat and beautiful photography.

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      June 7, 2017 at 7:42 pm

      Thank you Ben. You’re right, it is better than the alternative. I hope you’re having a great week!

      Reply

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